Software Engineer

Dakota State University is seeking applications for a Software Engineer. This position reports to the Assistant Chief Information Officer and plays a crucial role in developing, maintaining, and updating website and web application digital content, assisting with digital accessibility, and providing support for various systems to ensure efficient operations and optimal experience across the universities digital platforms. This position can be on campus or may work remotely within the state of South Dakota.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain custom content management systems components and UI functionality.
• Support SharePoint administration, intranet site development and maintenance.
• Design, create and maintain websites and web applications.
• Write various code using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, C# etc.
• Implement responsive design for various platforms, devices and screens and integrate design assets.
• Build server side logic and functionality.
• Create APIs for data exchange between front and back end systems.
• Optimize websites and applications for speed, performance and accessibility.
• Utilize version control and code changes and updates.
• Implement security practices to protect digital assets.
• Create forms and workflows within Microsoft Power Platforms.
• Review forms and documents for accessibility.
• Assist with systems administration support, maintenance, and technical documentation for existing systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Foundational knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Understanding of general programming and software development concepts.
• Familiarity with relational databases and SQL.
• Basic knowledge of version control software.
• Ability to troubleshoot and debug applications.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to learn new technologies and development platforms.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and nontechnical users.
• Ability to document technical processes and solutions.
• Understanding of responsive and accessible web design principles.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits:

• Flexible benefits package – health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, hospital indemnity insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, health reimbursement account.
• South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive 6% fully matched contributions from SDRS and are vested after three years of service.
• Paid time off – full time 12-month employees earn 15 days per year of annual leave and 14 days of sick leave per year. In addition, employees receive 11 federal paid holidays.
• Reduced tuition for education.
• Professional liability coverage
• Paid family leave

How to Apply:
DSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of at least three professional references.

Applications will begin to be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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